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AP51 OEO

2001 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,035 mi
Last recorded120,035 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 OEO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 120,035 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 120,034 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit and edges bold (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 115,134 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 31 Oct 2024 115,134 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction Wipers wont park (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil in header tank

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 110,525 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion to both inner/outer sill

Pass 13 Sep 2022 110,210 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Corrosion to both rear sills

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 109,374 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 109,373 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill by jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 108,521 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 107,747 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 106,912 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 105,905 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 105,904 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 103,641 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 103,641 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 101,303 miles

Offside Rear slight restriction

Pass 16 Sep 2014 98,503 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 95,741 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 93,125 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 89,297 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 85,668 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 82,585 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Wipers do not park correctly

Pass 12 Sep 2008 79,880 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 77,273 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 75,092 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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AP51 OEO is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 83,732 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP51 OEO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 25 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP51 OEO registered?

AP51 OEO is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is AP51 OEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 OEO shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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